Meteorologist

Job Description

WGME is looking for a multi-platform Meteorologist. As our Meteorologist you are responsible for the content of the weather cast on-air and on our digital platforms.
The main day to day responsibilities of the role will include…
• Forecasting, Producing and Presenting clear and concise weather casts, which tell a story, connect with viewers, and follow our station's weather best-practices.
• Issue warnings and alerts, produce graphics and maps, and report live during weather events
• Utilize social media, the digital studio, and the station's website to update and inform viewers in a timely manner
• Develop interesting weather discussion topics for use in newscasts, researching the topic, creating unique graphics, and presenting the topic.
• Work with producers to determine relevant weather content in breaking and everyday situations
• Make public appearances on behalf of the station
What skills do you need to be successful in our role?
• Ability to tell memorable and meaningful stories, we value visual and compelling storytelling that utilizes unique graphics and strong video.
• Ability to demonstrate experience with active and visual live shots
• In Depth Knowledge of forecasting, including forecasting during severe weather: blizzards, snow storms, tornados, thunderstorms.
• Sharp news judgement and exceptional writing skills
• Ability to multitask while meeting deadlines and prioritizing tasks
• Bachelor's degree in Meteorology, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.
• 2 years' experience in on-air weather presentation and reporting preferred
While applying online, please include a link to your online demo reel.
Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
About Sinclair
Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 178 television stations in 81 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR and The Nest. Sinclair's AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at www.sbgi.net.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-eowk48-216-73-216-127-42 in your application.